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MAINTENANCE AND
CARE
Storage ...................................................... 4-1
Flushing the cooling system .................. 4-1
Lubrication .............................................. 4-3
Fuel system ............................................ 4-4
Battery .................................................... 4-5
Cleaning the watercraft .......................... 4-6
Maintenance and adjustments .............. 4-7
Owner’s/Operator’s Manual and
tool kit ..................................................... 4-8
Periodic maintenance chart ................... 4-9
Inspecting the fuel system ................... 4-10
Inspecting the oil injection system ....... 4-12
Inspecting the jet thrust nozzle
angle ..................................................... 4-13
Inspecting and adjusting the throttle
cable ..................................................... 4-13
Cleaning and adjusting the
spark plugs ........................................... 4-14
Lubrication points ................................. 4-15
Adjusting the choke cable .................... 4-17
Inspecting the battery .......................... 4-18
Adjusting the carburetor ...................... 4-20
Replacing the fuse ............................... 4-21
Bleeding the oil injection pump ............ 4-21
Specifications ........................................ 4-22
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Replacing the fuse
The fuse is in the electrical box 1.
To replace the fuse:
1. Remove the cap 2, pull out the red lead,
and bring the fuse holder 3 out of the
electrical box.
2. Open the fuse holder and replace the
fuse 4 with one of the correct amper-
age.
WARNING@ Do not use fuses of higher amperage that
those recommended. Substitution of a
fuse of improper rating can cause exten-
sive electrical system damage and possi-
ble fire.
@
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Bleeding the oil injection
pump
If the oil tank becomes completely empty,
or any hose connected to the oil pump has
been disconnected, the oil pump must be
bled to ensure proper oil flow.
If bleeding of the oil pump is necessary,
have a Yamaha dealer bleed it. Fuse amperage: 10 A
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Troubleshooting
If you have any trouble with your watercraft, use this section to check for the possible
cause.
If you cannot find the cause, or if the procedure for replacement or repair is not described
in this Owner’s/Operator’s Manual, have a Yamaha dealer perform the necessary service.
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Troubleshooting chart
TBC-F0P7ETROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY PAGE
Engine does not
startStarter motor does not turn over
Engine shut-
off switchClip not in place Install clip
2-9
Fuse Burned out Replace the fuse and
check wiring4-21
Battery Run down Recharge 4-18
Poor terminal connec-
tionsTighten as required
4-18
Terminal corroded Clean 4-5
Starter motor Faulty Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Starter motor turns over
Fuel cock Turned to “OFF”Turn the fuel cock to
“ON”2-8
Fuel Empty Refill as soon as
possible3-3
Stale or contaminated Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer4-10
Fuel tank Water or dirt present Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer4-11
Spark plug Fouled or defective Clean or replace 4-14
Spark plug cap Not connected or loose Connect properly 4-14
Crankcase Filled with water Crank engine with plug
out until clean5-8
Fuel filter Clogged or water
pooledHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer4-11
Choke Knob moves back on
its ownTighten the choke knob
adjusting nut4-17
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Maintenance and adjustments ................ 4-7
O
Oil filter .................................................. 4-12
Oil level warning lamp ........................... 2-14
Oil tank .................................................. 4-12
Oil tank filler cap...................................... 2-7
Operating your watercraft...................... 3-19
Operation .............................................. 3-13
Operation of controls and other
functions .................................................. 2-4
Operation requirements .......................... 1-9
Other labels ............................................. 1-6
Owner’s/Operator’s Manual and
tool kit ...................................................... 4-8
P
Periodic maintenance chart..................... 4-9
Post-operation checks........................... 3-32
Pre-operation check list........................... 3-5
Pre-operation check points ..................... 3-6
Pre-operation checks .............................. 3-5
Primary Identification (PRI-ID)
number .................................................... 1-1
R
Rear seat................................................. 2-4
Recommended equipment .................... 1-11
Replacing the fuse ................................ 4-21
Riding watercraft with passengers ........ 3-20
Rough water operation .......................... 3-31
S
Safe boating rules ................................. 1-15
Safety information ................................... 1-7
Seat storage compartment .................... 2-16
Specifications ........................................ 4-22
Starting and boarding in shallow
water ..................................................... 3-22
Starting from a dock .............................. 3-22
Starting the engine ................................ 3-15
Starting the watercraft ........................... 3-21
Start switch............................................ 2-10
Steering system ........................... 2-11, 3-10
Stopping the engine .............................. 3-18
Stopping the watercraft ......................... 3-29Storage.................................................... 4-1
Storage compartments .......................... 2-15
Submerged watercraft ............................. 5-8
Switches ................................................ 3-12
T
Throttle .................................................. 3-10
Throttle lever ......................................... 2-10
Towing the watercraft .............................. 5-7
Transporting .......................................... 3-34
Troubleshooting ...................................... 5-1
Troubleshooting chart ............................. 5-1
Turning the watercraft ........................... 3-27
W
Warning labels ........................................ 1-3
Watercraft characteristics ...................... 1-12
Water separator ...................................... 3-7
Water-skiing .......................................... 1-13
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